Sharon Cochrane
Newport,Newport
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive expertise in effective communication, crisis intervention, and emergency situation management. I Demonstrate proficiency in clinical assessment, medication administration, and pain management techniques. Skilled in family support coordination and providing compassionate care while maintaining professionalism at all levels. Committed to training and developing junior staff and students, ensuring safeguarding compliance, and delivering holistic care.
My career goals include enhancing patient advocacy efforts.
I am compassionate and resilient, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and fostering healing environment. Skilled in communication and teamwork, offering solid foundation in healthcare practices and patient management. I am ready to make positive impact in this new role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Registered midwife
St Michaels Hospital
Bristol, Bristol
05.2008 - Current
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions before, during and after delivery and reported abnormalities for immediate intervention.
- Identified high risk pregnancies, working closely with health care professionals for continued health and safety of mother and child.
- Educated women about accessible care and services during pregnancy, labour and early post natal period.
- Trained junior colleagues while educating self about recent developments in midwifery.
- Wrote patient care plans after assessing and monitoring expectant mothers and developing fetuses.
- Listened actively to clients with non-judgemental approach, applied knowledge of cultural backgrounds and adapted communicating style to suit individuals.
- Fostered trustful relationships with patients, enhancing their confidence in medical services provided.
Midwife
whittington Hospital NHS Trust
London, City of London
10.2005 - 05.2008
- Developed individualised care plans by thorough assessment of patients' needs and concerns.
- Cooperated within multidisciplinary team settings for improved patient outcomes.
- Assisted in operative deliveries for smooth surgical procedures under consultant supervision.
- Coordinated with a team of healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained detailed medical records for accurate tracking of patient history.
Registered nurse
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol, Bristol
10.2002 - 05.2005
- Mentored junior nursing staff; contributed to professional development within department.
- Ensured adherence to NMC code at all times; upheld the highest standard of ethical practices during service delivery.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distressing experience for families and patients alike.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Implemented individualised care plans; tailored interventions to unique patient situations and expectations.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
Senior staff nurse
BUPA, Aaran View Nursing Home
Ayrshire, Scotland
05.2001 - 10.2002
- Advocated for patients' rights with adherence to ethical guidelines and standards.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs which improved their well-being over time.
- Recognised and responded promptly to emergency situations ensuring safety of patients at all times.
- Collaborated with doctors for devising personalised patient treatment plans.
- Provided expert clinical advice to junior nurses, fostering professional growth.
- Delivered compassionate care for patients, resulting in increased comfort during treatments.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients which facilitated smooth transitions from hospital to the care home
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
Senior staff nurse
Port Antonio Hospital
Port Antonio, Jamaica
10.1998 - 05.2001
- Managed patient care by coordinating with multi-disciplinary medical teams.
- Led nurse training sessions to improve team's overall skill set.
- Liaised effectively with other departments for seamless patient care.
- Reviewed and updated patient records accurately for enhanced treatment protocols.
- Provided expert clinical advice to junior nurses, fostering professional growth.
- Participated in hospital-wide infection control initiatives, contributing to a safer environment.
- Administered medication as prescribed by physicians, maintaining optimal patient health status.
- Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
Education
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
Kingston, Jamaica 09/1992 - 06/1995
Midwife - Midwifery
Kingston School of Nursing and Midwifery
Kingston, Jamaica 06/1998 - 06/1999
Specialist Practice - Nursing
University of the West of England
BristolSkills
My skills include but not exhaust these listed below
- Effective Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Decision-Making in high-stress situations and prioritising care accordingly
- Resilience during long shifts and coordinating my own case load
- Medication Administration
- Clinical assessment
- Training and Development of junior staff and students
- Phlebotomy
- Asses plan and implement care
- Safeguarding compliance and enforcement
Certification
NMC Licence: 01D13130
Registered Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered midwife
St Michaels Hospital
05.2008 - Current
Midwife
whittington Hospital NHS Trust
10.2005 - 05.2008
Registered nurse
Bristol Royal Infirmary
10.2002 - 05.2005
Senior staff nurse
BUPA, Aaran View Nursing Home
05.2001 - 10.2002
Senior staff nurse
Port Antonio Hospital
10.1998 - 05.2001
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
09/1992 - 06/1995
Midwife - Midwifery
Kingston School of Nursing and Midwifery
06/1998 - 06/1999
Specialist Practice - Nursing
University of the West of England
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